BU PURCHASING COMMODITY PROFESSIONAL

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility? Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Qualifications

• Business related studies (at least Bachelor level)
• Min. 2 years of experience in an industrial company within purchasing (automotive preferred)
• English fluent
• Excellent analytical skills
• SAP knowledge (MM module)
• Microsoft Office all-arounder
• Logistics knowledge
• Finance knowledge

Job Description

• Is in charge of the purchasing strategies for his supplier scope, identifying the market opportunities (economical, technological and geographical), managing his suppliers list & the cost reduction programs.
• Is responsible for the sourcing process according to the plant & project needs in observation of the deontology rules and in the objectives set in terms of quality, cost and delivery.
• Is in charge of the “order to pay” process: verifies that the spend authorization rules are respected, that the necessary orders and contracts are set-up properly and tracks the conditions of application. Ensures that the suppliers are paid in the term negotiated.
• Manages if necessary any crisis with the suppliers and supports any escalation activities.
• Contributes to the Purchasing Budget with sustainable cost saving activities
• Productivity, supply base management, debt management, right first time invoicing, sourcing in compliance with target.
• Proposes the commodity strategy and manages the supply base accordingly
• He is responsible for market analysis (benchmark, professional fairs, market trends, innovation...)
• Manages the suppliers relationships according to PO purchasing policy
• Follows and reports the suppliers performance
• Leads the suppliers sourcing process in the respect of the procedures
• Leads negotiation with the suppliers and internal customers
• He is in charge of contract management with suppliers
• Is responsible for his commodity in terms of Q, C, T
• Promotes the technical savings proposed by the suppliers
• Takes part or leads internal working groups for technical savings identification or problem solving
• Leads each time necessary the problem solving process
• He’s responsible for the risk management of his commodity (financial health of suppliers, M&A, dependence ratio…)
• Commits & Manages his portfolio in line with budget
• Follows the CSR objectives of the company and ensures that it is being applied on his scope
• He is committed to the respect of legal & environmental rules applicable on its markets

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.